The pattern is so simple to follow. All you need is your Cutting machine and the Signature Block Die and some beautiful fabrics of course! One cutting die can create X’s and O’s by just switching the orientation of the squares.

This pattern doesn’t just have to be a Bed Runner! Make a throw to decorate your home!

This one block is so versatile here is another idea of how you can arrange them to make something modern and unique:

This action-packed collection will be a knock-out for the super heroines in your life! Wonder Woman, Bat Girl and Super Girl combine their forces in this action packed quilting cotton collection from Camelot Fabrics and Warner Brothers. With a character block print promoting “Girl Power” and a booming tonal print in ruby and teal, this collection has everything you need to inspire the Super Hero in everyone.

Hello true believers,
Your friendly neighborhood fabric store now has fabric depicting your favorite web crawler!
To go along with this Ultimate new collection we have two free patterns to inspire your Amazing creativity.

What exactly is a serger? A serger is like a sewing machine with three or four threads that wrap around the edge of fabric to prevent it from fraying. It sews, trims and finishes seams all in one step! A serger can make decorative edges and attach elastic. Look at the hem of any store bought garment and you’ll see a couple of rows of straight stitching on the outside and zigzags on the inside. This was done with a serger!Do I really need a serger? This question is asked by all levels of sewers. It is one to ask yourself when you want to take your sewing to the next level.

The most straight forward answer is, well, maybe. It depends on where you want to go with your sewing and what benefits a serger can give you.Here are a few questions to consider:

– How serious are you about sewing?

If you sew clothing often a serged edge looks professional and will make things easier and faster. Even if you are just sewing for you and your family a serger will allow you to quickly finish an edge and insure your finished product will survive washing and wearing.
You can do more than just finish an edge and hem things with a serger. Did you know you can quilt with it? You can even make a hat with entirely serged edges!

– Do you sew knits often?

Yes, you can get away with using a zigzag or stretch stitch on your regular machine for knits but if you sew knits often (like me!) a serger is the way to go. With knits a serger is incredibly quick and easy to sew seams.

– How lazy are you?

There are two ways this question can go. A serger sews and finishes an edge in one go. This makes finishing a project quicker than with a regular machine, saving you time and effort. Hemming a pair of pants is faster when you serge the raw edge instead of doing all the folding and measuring and pressing you would normally do to enclose the edge. You can also chain sew pieces without having to stop and clip threads each time.
There are still times when it is important to sew a seam with a sewing machine first which will increase the amount of time and effort you need to put in to finish a project. In that case you would take more time to serge the edges either together or by opening up the seam and serging either side individually. This makes the edges of the fabric more resistant to wear and tear, but it can get a little time consuming.
So depending on the type of seam or garment you are making, a serger can either remove steps in the creating process or add them.

What can a serger do that your sewing machine can’t and does that matter?

One thing a sewing machine can’t do – rolled hem. Basically a rolled hem is what it sounds like, a tight overlock stitch that rolls the hem in on itself ever so slightly. It makes a great finished edge for bridal gowns, flowy tops and dresses. A serger can also do things like gather or stretch the edge of a fabric, which is great for ruffles. If you buy what’s called a cover stitch machine you can make those double top stitches you find on the hems of your t-shirts!

I need one. Now what?
Sergers can appear pretty foreign if you’ve never used one and they are an investment.

Do you know a friend or relative who has one? See if you can test drive it. You can also come to Fabric Hut and talk to someone about it. We can show you how it works and give you more information to help you pick out the machine that best fits your needs.

Let’s face it, sergers cost money, but it will make your pieces last longer and take out a few steps in the sewing process, which can save you time. If you are selling your clothing it’s a great way to finish it in a professional way that will insure your customers that they bought a quality product that will last.

Need more help? Don’t worry we’re here to help you! email us at sewingmachines@fabrichut.com or just Click here to make an appointment to talk to our sewing machine expert, Chris.

This week’s old advertisement is in honor of this Saturday’s 25th annual Children’s Festival, held here in Norfolk Virginia

These kids are sporting fashions from 1984, and they couldn’t look any cuter!

Come in today and find Strawberry Shortcake fabrics and a beautiful princess dress pattern for Halloween.

That cute flower outfit is made of Fleece.
Our Minky and Non-licensed printed Fleece goes on sale tomorrow and Saturday! It will be 30% off of our already low everyday prices. But it’s only for 2 days, so hurry in to stock up on all the warm fabrics you’ll need this winter!

We’ll be more then happy to help you pick out fabrics for your next project

Cut your quilt blocks.
I used my Accuquilt GO! with a 4 1/2” half square die #55397 to make things run a little more smoothly. This made my finished quilt a little smaller.
Here are the hand cutting directions:

Once you’ve assembled your 30 individual blocks, arrange them like the picture and sew them together. Next add the 2” border and then the 8” border.

Quilt it with your backing and batting. To make this go easier I always use a Spray adhesive.
Add your binding and you’re done! Time to enjoy your beautiful new quilt!

Looking to add some pattern to your life?
The simple geometric style of the “Chevron” can add sophisticated detail to any home or wardrobe. The Chevron has been around for years. Early humans used it to decorate pottery and add pattern to their homes and it has been a simple in our military rankings for centuries.
In the past few years Chevron has made a huge comeback and there are plenty of modern fresh takes on the pattern right here at Fabric Hut!

The most intriguing of these are Tonga’s zig zag Batiks.These are some of the blues and greens we have available at FabricHut.com

Most Batiks are created by using a wax resist that prevents the fabric dye from dying certain areas. Traditionally this was hand done by either painting directly or stamping onto the fabric. Even the more modern, mass produced creations reflect this .
The whimsical print of this collection helps balance out the harsh geometric lines of the chevron pattern without taking away from the pattern itself. They can easily be paired with other linier patterns without clashing and are sure to brighten up your day!This bright and modern combination is also available atFabricHut.com

These beautiful batiks are cotton and would make a wonderful addition to any quilt! You could even make a simple throw pillow to add a touch of creativity to your home.
We currently have these and more wonderful chevron fabrics available on our websiteFabricHut.comHere are some pretty blues that you can find atFabricHut.com

Here is an example of a beautiful chevron quilt made with these batiks for your inspiration!Zonga Zig Zag Batik Quilt